Bootleg Copies of 'The Odyssey' Circulated on X, Prompting Removal
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Bootleg Copies of 'The Odyssey' Circulated on X, Prompting Removal

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Millions viewed unauthorized copies of Christopher Nolan’s film “The Odyssey” on the social media platform X before Universal took action to remove them for copyright infringement. Bootleg versions of the blockbuster appeared on X, generating significant viewership prior to their removal.

The film studio, Universal, successfully had a high-quality bootleg version taken down from X due to copyright concerns. The leak occurred despite the film’s recent release and apparent popularity. No information was provided regarding how long the unauthorized copies were available or the extent of financial impact on Universal, though the millions of views suggest widespread distribution.

No right-leaning outlets reported on this story; coverage is limited to BBC News and Breitbart News. The lack of broader reporting suggests the issue may not have gained significant traction outside of initial online circulation and subsequent removal efforts.

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